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10. BIOTECHNOLOGY AND ITS APPLICATIONS

Biotechnology plays a crucial role in enhancing food production, improving healthcare, and developing new technologies. Applications include genetically modified crops that tackle food scarcity and advanced medical therapies that utilize recombinant DNA technology. Ethical considerations surrounding genetic engineering are essential to ensure responsible use and protect biodiversity.

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  • 10

    Biotechnology And Its Applications

    Biotechnology harnesses living organisms for various applications, including agriculture and medicine, improving food production and health outcomes.

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  • 10.1

    Biotechnological Applications In Agriculture

    This section discusses the applications of biotechnology in agriculture, focusing on improving crop production through various methods, including genetic modification and tissue culture.

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  • 10.2

    Biotechnological Applications In Medicine

    This section discusses the impact of biotechnology in medicine, focusing on recombinant therapeutics and their advantages over traditional methods.

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  • 10.2.1

    Genetically Engineered Insulin

    This section provides an overview of genetically engineered insulin, highlighting its production process and significance in diabetes management.

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  • 10.2.2

    Gene Therapy

    Gene therapy aims to correct hereditary diseases by inserting normal genes into a patient's cells to compensate for non-functional genes.

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  • 10.2.3

    Molecular Diagnosis

    Molecular diagnosis utilizes advanced techniques like PCR and ELISA for early detection of diseases, improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.

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  • 10.3

    Transgenic Animals

    Transgenic animals are genetically modified to contain foreign genes, enabling studies on physiology, disease, and the production of biological products.

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  • 10.4

    Ethical Issues

    The section highlights the essential ethical considerations surrounding genetic modification and biotechnology's impact on living organisms and ecosystems.

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